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For decades, the University of Pennsylvania has held hundreds of skulls that were once used to promote white supremacy through racist scientific research.
Robert Atkins was sentenced to life in prison in Bucks County Court after being convicted a day earlier of first-degree murder and two counts of arson in the April 1991 death of 35-year-old Joy Hibbs.
From wine to noise canceling headphones, beauty products and VIP travel, here's a look at some of the gifts the 66th annual Grammy Awards performers and presenters will take home this year.
Dogs can use their incredible scent to detect health problems on humans, but according to the Tufts University veterinary school, humans can also use smell to possibly identify our pet's health problems.
The City of North Wildwood submitted an emergency authorization request in January to build a steel bulkhead along a stretch of shoreline in the wake of damaging coastal storms.
Expect sunny skies Sunday through Thursday with high temperatures in the 40s and 50s, and possibly even the low 60s on Saturday!
For 36 hours, all northbound lanes are shut down between Columbus Boulevard and I-676. The northbound lanes will reopen at 5 a.m. Monday.
Pennsylvania State Troopers are investigating a shooting that happened on I-76 Saturday evening.
The Brooklyn Nets routed the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 136-121 on Saturday night.
During Black History Month, the historic Black church in Delaware County held a ribbon cutting for its reopening on Saturday after it was closed for more than two decades.
The Delaware Department of Correction is asking for the public's help in finding a man who did not return to the Plummer Community Corrections Center in Wilmington after an approved pass.
Anthony Sparano of Coatesville was convicted of recklessly endangering another person and propulsion of missiles into an occupied vehicle on Friday after a week-long trial in West Chester.
Philadelphia police are investigating an incident where they say a 16-year-old boy was assaulted by several students at Franklin Towne Charter High School and was later hospitalized.
Award-winning authors and illustrators are reading and signing their books Saturday at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Actor Carl Weathers has died at 76. In Philadelphia, many know him as the man who brought the role of Apollo Creed to life in the Rocky series.
The West Philadelphia rec center and pool where five people were shot this week will reopen on Saturday. Wakisha Bailey reports.
At Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, customers can make their own scented candle with various ingredients, including dried flowers. And the business holds a place in history as the first Black-owned business on New Hope's Main Street, according to the local Chamber of Commerce. Eva Andersen reports.
A viral Philadelphia artist is redefining crocheting as she turns yarn into jaw-dropping street art. You might have seen her pieces around the city of Philadelphia. Chandler Lutz introduces us to the woman behind the yarn stitchings.
From a pregnant stingray at the Jersey Shore to a proposal that has gone viral due to a photobombing snack attack. Chandler Lutz has more on What's Trending across social media today.
After about two-thirds of July included high temperatures in the 90s, Friday's high of 75 in Philadelphia is a welcome relief. The weekend's weather will be spectacular as well, Meteorologist Tammie Souza reports.
Arctic cold combined with breezy winds will create dangerously cold wind chills Tuesday morning across the entire Philadelphia region.
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley says the Department of Homeland Security owes over $100,000 in rent to the county.
J.T. Realmuto is back with the Phillies on a three-year contract, but he said negotiations to reach the deal "got a little hairy there at the end."
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said losing prized free-agent Bo Bichette to rival New York Mets was a "gut punch."
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley says the Department of Homeland Security owes over $100,000 in rent to the county.
Police say a teenage driver turned himself in for the Dec. 20, 2025, hit-and-run that killed June Rodriguez, a DJ at Bob and Barbara's Lounge.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
A Philadelphia officer fired his weapon at a man suspected of shooting another person during a fight in Hunting Park, police said.
Demonstrators blocked the Philadelphia ICE field office garage for about 90 minutes Tuesday, and called on more people to disrupt the agency's enforcement in the city.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
Advanced DNA testing helped investigators in Burlington County solve a 2016 murder, officials say.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
J.T. Realmuto is back with the Phillies on a three-year contract, but he said negotiations to reach the deal "got a little hairy there at the end."
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said losing prized free-agent Bo Bichette to rival New York Mets was a "gut punch."
Travis Konecny scored twice for his first multigoal game this season and the Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1.
A program that had played in a grand total of 13 bowl games in the 130-some years before coach Curt Cignetti arrived in 2024 went on a historic run en route to a 16-0 season and a national title.
Tyrese Maxey had 29 points and eight steals after being named an All-Star starter for the first time in a 113-104 win over the Pacers.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
Ukee Washington reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Demonstrators blocked a garage at the Philadelphia ICE field office in Chinatown for about 90 minutes Tuesday morning, and called on more people to stand up against the agency's enforcement in the city.
A Philadelphia police officer is on administrative duty after firing at a shooting suspect in the city's Hunting Park section Monday night. Police said the officer witnessed a man allegedly shoot another person, and then fired at that suspect but did not hit him.
The 22nd annual Puppy Bowl will feature two contenders from the Providence Animal Center in Media, Pennsylvania. DeVon-Tails Smith will be on Team Ruff and Teddy will be playing for Team Fluff.
Camden, New Jersey's Adventure Aquarium announced the name of its new African penguin chick after a vote from the community. Biologist Maddie Olszewski Pohle took part in the big reveal with anchor Janelle Burrell on Tuesday morning.
Road conditions are improving on Tuesday, but it's still dangerously cold Tuesday morning with more exceptionally low temperatures expected on Wednesday morning. Brandon Goldner reports.
